Philippians 3:17

Translations

Modern

Join one another in following my example, brothers, and carefully observe those who walk according to the pattern we set for you.

Traditional

Brethren, be followers together of me, and mark them which walk so as ye have us for an ensample.

Literal

Be imitators together of me, brothers, and look at those walking thus, as you have a pattern in us.

Latin

Imitatores mei estote, fratres, et observate eos qui ita ambulant, sicut habetis formam nostram.

Original

Greek

English

Join one another in following my example, brothers, and carefully observe those who walk according to the pattern we set for you.

Notes

Philippians 3:17

Join one another in following my example: Paul seriously pursued Christ and the life God called him to (3:7–14; 4:9; 1 Corinthians 4:6, 16–17; 11:1; 2 Thessalonians 3:7–9). This is very different from the enemies of Christ who are described next (Philippians 3:18–19).

Philippians 3:12–4:1

Using himself as an example, Paul encourages the Philippians to pursue Christ and the hope of heaven with determination and strength.

Theme notes and profiles

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